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1 Psychology CONTENTS Welcome to the School of Psychology... 1 Important dates... 2 Timetable... 2 Staff contacts... 3 Qualifications available... 5 Graduate programme, BSc Honours... 5 MSc in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience... 7 MSc in Cross-Cultural Psychology... 9 MSc in Forensic Psychology Clinical programme Postgraduate study Masters Part 2 by Thesis PhD Master of Advanced Technology Enterprise Courses offered in Courses not offered in Planning a programme /500-level courses Courses in the clinical programme Academic Research areas Postgraduate Students General information Who to contact Student and Academic Services - Faculty of Science Te Rōpū Āwhina Victoria University of Wellington

2 WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY The School of Psychology offers a fantastic range of high quality teaching and research opportunities for staff and students. There are more than 20 graduate-level courses on offer in various areas of psychology. As well as providing an excellent foundation in fundamental aspects of psychology, we have designed our graduate programme so that students also have the opportunity to study areas of specific interest, such as criminal psychology, cognitive and behavioural and cross-cultural psychology to name just a few. The School has a large group of postgraduate students who benefit in their coursework and research from our excellent facilities and the support of our highly experienced and dedicated staff. Current research by staff and students reflects a diverse range of topics in social, developmental, cognitive, biological, behavioural, cross-cultural, forensic, and clinical psychology. Examples include: gender and sexuality; memory; eye-witness testimony; families and family change; language impairment; drug addiction; recognition of facial expression of emotion; risk perception and preparedness for earthquakes; road traffic safety; assessment and treatment of violent offenders; comparative cognition; children s creativity; acculturation; identity and intergroup relations. In addition to being able to offer a broad range of research supervision for thesis students, the School runs three specialised Masters programmes: the MSc in Cross-Cultural Psychology, MSc in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience and the MSc in Forensic Psychology. The MSc in Cross-cultural Psychology is the only one of its type in New Zealand, and provides opportunities for international research via research partners in the Asian region and Hawaii. The MSc in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience is an exciting multi-disciplinary collaboration between various areas of Psychology and researchers in the School of Biological Sciences. The School is located very close to the central city on Victoria University's main Kelburn Campus. As well as being New Zealand s artistic and political capital, Wellington also offers tremendous opportunities for academic and applied research as well as clinical experience in psychology. The School maintains excellent links with the Institute of Environmental and Scientific Research (ESR); Capital & Coast Health and its mental health units; the Department of Corrections; Child, Youth & Family; and senior psychologists in private practice and in the public sector. Staff in the School also contribute to the Roy McKenzie Centre for the Study of Families; the Centre for Biodiversity & Biodiscovery; the Institute of Criminology; and collaborate with staff in the School of Biological Sciences in research on behavioural and neurobiological aspects of drug abuse. Research opportunities also exist via the Centre for Applied Cross-Cultural Research and the Victoria Psychology Clinic, both of which are administered by the School of Psychology. For more than a decade, the Victoria University School of Psychology has been ranked either first or second in New Zealand in terms of research quality by the New Zealand Tertiary Education Commission. Therefore, enrolling as a research student in the School will mean you are joining an enthusiastic, motivated and highly successful community of scholars and researchers, many of whom have been recognized locally or nationally for the quality of their teaching and supervision. I wish you the very best for your studies. A/Prof Marc Wilson Head of School 1 Victoria University of Wellington

3 Psychology IMPORTANT DATES 2013 Online Enrolment Honours enrolment deadline Masters Part 1 deadline Clinical Applications Postgraduate Thesis Applications Masters Part 2, by thesis PhD applications University closed 2014 University reopens Postgraduate Thesis Applications Masters Part 2, by thesis PhD applications Trimester 1 Postgraduate Thesis Applications Masters Part 2, by thesis PhD applications Trimester 2 Online Enrolment Honours enrolment deadline Masters Part 1 deadline Clinical Applications Postgraduate Thesis Applications Masters Part 2, by thesis PhD applications Trimester 3 1 Oct-10 December 1 Oct-10 December 8 Oct 1 November 1 November 23 December 5 January 6 January 1 March 1 March 3 March 2 July 1 July 1 July 14 July 15 November 1 Oct-10 December 1 Oct-10 December 8 Oct 1 November 1 November 17 November 21 February TIMETABLE The 400-level lecture timetable will be available from the School website and will be available closer to the beginning of each trimester. Any changes will be advised via the Honours or PART 1 Blackboard site and or School notice board. All courses will be taught in EA 407 unless otherwise specified by the Course Coordinator. School website: 2

4 School of Psychology Te Kura Matai Hinengaro Programme: Psychology Location: Easterfield Building, Level 6 Reception Phone : Fax: psychology@vuw.ac.nz Website: STAFF CONTACTS TITLE NAME ROOM CONTACT Head of School: A/Prof Marc Wilson EA 625 marc.wilson@vuw.ac.nz School Manager PA to HoS Susan Cayless EA 627 susan.cayless@vuw.ac.nz Postgraduate Research Coordinator Postgraduate Administrator Dr Jason Low EA 621 jason.low@vuw.ac.nz Nicola Panapa EA 628 nicola.panapa@vuw.ac.nz Graduate Programme Coordinator Graduate Programme Administrator Dr Sue Jackson EA 616 sue.jackson@vuw.ac.nz extn8232 Wendy Ward EA 630 wendy.ward@vuw.ac.nz MSc Cross- Cultural Coordinator Programme Administrator Prof Colleen Ward EA 626 colleen.ward@vuw.ac.nz Wendy Ward EA 630 wendy.ward@vuw.ac.nz MSc Cognitive Behavioural Neuroscience Programme Coordinator Dr Carolyn Wilshire EA 501A carolyn.wilshire@vuw.ac.nz Victoria University of Wellington

5 Psychology TITLE NAME ROOM CONTACT Programme Administrator Wendy Ward EA MSc in Forensic Coordinator Programme Administrator Prof Devon Polaschek EA Wendy Ward EA Clinical Programme Director Programme Administrator Prof Tony Ward EA ext 8230 Sinéad Eyre EA Other Contacts: Postgraduate Student Rep Faculty of Science Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences TBC Level 1, Cotton Building Level 4, Murphy Building vuw.ac.nz

6 QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE THE SCHOOL OFFERS THE FOLLOWING GRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES OF STUDY: BSc Honours MSc in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience (CBNS) MSc in Cross Cultural Psychology MSc in Forensic Psychology (not offered 2013) Masters, MSc or MA PART 2 PhD Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology GRADUATE PROGRAMME, BSc HONOURS An Honours degree is equivalent to PART 1 Masters. With the exception of the specialised programmes of study (the MSc Cross-Cultural Psychology, MSc Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience and MSc Forensic Psychology), all students complete an Honours degree prior to embarking on postgraduate study. ENTRY REQUIREMENT Entry into the graduate programme is limited entry and students must meet the following entry requirements: Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent, majoring in psychology B+ grade average in your four best 300-level psychology courses Academic documentation Satisfactory completion of PSYC 325 or an approved alternative Completed application via the Online Enrolment System by the 10 th December There is no limit on the number of students in the psychology graduate programme. However, there is a limit of 15 students in any given PSYC 400- level course. If the number of applicants for a given course exceeds the number of places available, then selection into that course is based on grade point average and then on a first come basis. Students who have a BSc, BA, GradDipArts, GradDipSc or the equivalent of an undergraduate degree in psychology and who meet the academic requirements can enrol in a BSc(Hons) degree. If you do not have an undergraduate degree in psychology then successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Science (GradDipSc) is one way to meet the academic requirements. The GradDipSc will allow you to gain background in psychology before applying for entry into graduate and postgraduate study in psychology. For details on the GradDipSc refer to the undergraduate psychology prospectus. DEGREE STRUCTURE The degree comprises 120 points of study in 400-level courses. A full year programme typically comprises six psychology 400-level courses and the compulsory PSYC 489 Research Project. 5 Victoria University of Wellington

7 Psychology It is possible to enrol in 400-level courses outside of PSYC but you will need to contact the appropriate School to discuss entry. No more than 30 points from another subject can be taken without the permission of the Graduate Coordinator. Any student with an undergraduate degree or the equivalent can enrol in a BSc Honours degree. Honours can be completed part time or full time. GRADUATE PROGRAMME DEADLINES There are two graduate intakes during the year, 10 December and 1 June. Late enrolments will be considered; however, due to the limited places in each course, there is no guarantee that courses selected will be available. Students wishing to enrol in a full year programme of Honours courses, or students who only intend studying in Trimester 2, need to complete an online application by the 10 th December. Students who are enrolled in undergraduate courses at Victoria in Trimester 1 and wish to enrol midyear in Honours courses need an Add/Drop form from Faculty. Students should then make an appointment to see the Graduate Coordinator and/or the Graduate Administrator to discuss admission and enrolment in courses. The closing deadline for Trimester 2 applications is 1 June. COMPLETING THE ENROLMENT FORM Online enrolment is available in October. Students must complete the requirements of the online enrolment form. Students applying for entry from other universities must supply their academic transcripts by 10 December. Acceptance into the programme is based on available information. A lack of sufficient information will delay processing of your enrolment. Students applying for Honours in psychology must select the courses they want to enrol in and choose alternatives for each course in case a course is unavailable. If you wish to take three courses in trimester 2 you also need to choose three alternative courses for trimester 2. If the number of applicants for a given course exceeds the number of places available, selection into that course is based on an applicant s grade point average. The next ranked course identified by the applicant will be reviewed and selected. Once enrolment forms have been processed by the School, an offer of study will be sent from the Enrolment Office. Please note this could take 3 5 weeks to process from the closing date. Students enrolling in the PSYC 489 Research Project are encouraged to secure a supervisor for the research project before the start of the academic year. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENROLMENT International student enrolment is a two pronged process. The School is responsible for providing course information and selecting students into a programme of study. Victoria International is responsible for admission and enrolment of students into the university; all international applications must go via Victoria International. The enrolment process can take time, so we recommend that international applications are submitted well before the closing date of 10 December. Applications will be forwarded to the School and reviewed. Please note you will need to follow the same process in selecting courses. For each course selected, provide an alternative, as above. CONTACT For further information about the Honours programme, contact Dr Sue Jackson, Graduate Coordinator or Wendy Ward, Programme Administrator. 6

8 MSc IN COGNITIVE AND BEHAVIOURAL NEUROSCIENCE The MSc in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience (CBNS) is a new programme available to graduates of Psychology and related disciplines. It offers advanced training in topics concerning behaviour, cognition and their relationship to the brain. The programme is an ideal preparation for students wanting to continue on as researchers (or PhD research students) in a range of different settings - including psychology, neuroscience, and health and biomedical sciences. The MSc in CBNS is organised into two parts. In Part 1, students complete a combination of required and optional advanced papers on topics relating to cognitive and behavioural neuroscience. The compulsory papers include a Research Preparation paper, CBNS 580, where students gain skills and experience in a number of different research laboratories within the School of Psychology. In Part 2 of the MSc, students complete a more focused research thesis in their chosen topic area. DEGREE STRUCTURE Part 1: Students need to complete: CBNS 580 Research Preparation course - compulsory 30 points At least 60 points selected from the following courses: PSYC 417 Cognitive Neuropsychology I 15 points PSYC 409 Fundamentals of Behaviour Analysis 15 points PSYC 413 Cognitive Psychology 15 points PSYC 422 Drugs, Brain & Behaviour 15 points PSYC 424 Drug Addiction 15 points PSYC 444 Nature Nurture Neuroscience 15 points PSYC 445 Cognitive Neuroscience 15 points PSYC 448 Special Topic: Affective Neuroscience 15 points BIOL 432/BMSC 432 Physiology and Pharmacology 15 points BIOL 433/BMSC 433 Human and Clinical Biochemistry 30 points A further 30 points from approved 400-level PSYC, BIOL or BMSC courses (optional). To take courses outside of Psychology, you will need to seek permission from the relevant school and agreement from the Coordinator of the CBNS programme. Part 2: Students need to apply for entry into Part 2 by thesis (120 points). For Part 2, students undertake a Masters-level research thesis in their chosen topic area. It takes approximately one year full time. Entry to Part 2 of the programme is subject to: Satisfactory completion of Part 1; (a B+ average in your top four courses) Approval of the student's research proposal (refer to the Masters and PhD section). 7 Victoria University of Wellington

9 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Psychology Students should have completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology or a related discipline. Normally, they also need to have: Completed a Research Methods and Statistics course beyond introductory level At least a B+ grade average or equivalent in a minimum of four 300-level Psychology courses (final year undergraduate courses) ENROLMENT Applications for the MSc in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience are due by 10 December Application is made via the online enrolment system International students need to contact Victoria International to begin the application process. Note you need to follow the degree structure and select courses with alternatives. CONTACTS For queries of an academic nature (i.e. programme content, career possibilities etc.), contact the Coordinator of the CBNS programme Dr Carolyn Wilshire, if you have any other queries contact Wendy Ward. 8

10 MSc IN CROSS-CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY The MSc in Cross-Cultural Psychology is a specialised programme that provides an understanding of cultural variation in psychological processes and outcomes, the role of culture in shaping human behaviour, and the importance of understanding psychological responses from both culture-specific and culture-general perspectives. The programme enhances people s capacity to work with culturally diverse groups and in multicultural settings. It also provides the skills required to undertake cultural and cross-cultural research. The qualification is particularly suitable for persons who plan to work with culturally diverse groups in New Zealand and to undertake research and policy analysis on related issues. It is also an excellent option for international students who will be able to utilize cross-cultural knowledge and skills when they return to their home country. Part of the MSc may be undertaken at the University of Hawai i and a jointly taught degree between University of Hawaii and VUW is now offered. The MSc is a two part programme: Part 1 is a programme of 400-level courses and Part 2 is by Thesis. Entry into Part 1 of the MSc is limited, requiring students to apply to the School for entry. DEGREE STRUCTURE Part 1 is a programme of 400-level courses and Part 2 is by Thesis (120 points). Part 1 of the programme entails the completion of three core courses, two of the four prescribed courses and optional courses: MSc Part 1 compulsory core courses are: PSYC 433 Current Issues in Cross-Cultural Psychology 15 points PSYC 434 Conducting Research Across Cultures 15 points CPSY 580 Research Preparation 30 points Choose any two courses from the following prescribed courses: PSYC 423 Culture and Social Behaviour 15 points PSYC 431 Culture and Human Development 15 points PSYC 432 Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology 15 points PSYC 449 Special Topic Indigenous Psychology 15 points Choose any optional course(s) to the value of 30 points. The courses can: Be within psychology or outside of psychology Include those from the University of Hawai'i Replace up to 60 points, but must be approved by the Graduate Coordinator in association with Prof Colleen Ward. Optional courses that make up the remaining programme can be taken outside of the School. Contact the School responsible for selected optional courses to ensure you have the appropriate requirements for entry. Courses within the School of Psychology can also be taken. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Students must meet the following criteria: Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent majoring in psychology B+ (or better) grade average in your four best 300-level psychology courses Completion of a research methods and statistics course to an advanced level 9 Victoria University of Wellington

11 Psychology Completion of Victoria Enrolment Form with supporting documentation. ENROLMENT INTO THE MSc CROSS-CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMME Online enrolment is available in October with applications closing on 10 December Students applying for the CPSY 580 should approach potential supervisors before the start of the academic year. Due to the structure of the CPSY 580, mid-year enrolment is not possible. After completing an approved programme of study in cross-cultural psychology via Part 1 of the MSc, applications need to be made for entry into Part 2 of the MSc to the School of Psychology Postgraduate Committee, refer to the section on Masters and PhD Postgraduate Study for further information. Once enrolment forms have been processed by the School, an offer of study will be sent from the Enrolment Office. Note: Students with an Honours degree who have taken the required and prescribed 400- level cross-cultural psychology courses are eligible to apply for entry into the MSc Part 2. CONTACT If you have any queries please feel free to contact Prof Colleen Ward, Coordinator of the MSc Cross Cultural programme or alternatively Wendy Ward, Programme Administrator 10

12 MSc IN FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY The School is well known for its academic strengths and now proudly offers the MSc in Forensic Psychology, the only forensic psychology postgraduate programme in New Zealand. Students in the programme benefit from the strong links to the Innocence Project NZ, the School of Criminology and the Faculty of Law. In addition the School has research and teaching links with government departments involved in crime and justice: such as the Department of Corrections. Graduates of the Forensic programme will be able to: Critically evaluate the relevant literature Understand and employ a range of research techniques in addressing Forensic Psychology research questions Design, conduct, present and publish research in their specific area of Forensic Psychology Prepare for employment and/or further training in the Forensic Psychology sector. DEGREE STRUCTURE The MSc Forensic Psychology programme is divided into two parts. In Part I, students take a combination of courses on topics relating to forensic psychology, including the full year FPSY 580 Research Preparation course. Part 2 is the completion of a thesis. Each Part is worth 120 points. Part 1: Students need to complete: FPSY 580 Research Preparation (compulsory) At least two of the following core courses: PSYC 412 Criminal Conduct 1: Basic Concepts in Criminal Justice and Crime PSYC 421 False Memories PSYC 435 Traumatic Memories and Repression PSYC 442 Criminal Conduct 2: Areas of Application An additional 60 points from relevant 400 level courses in psychology or up to 30 points worth of courses from a related discipline, and the remaining points from relevant 400-level courses in Psychology. Students may also enrol in a FPSY 440 Directed Study. Part 2: The research thesis FPSY 591 (120 points) is subject to both internal and external examination. Entry to Part 2 of the MSc programme is subject to satisfactory completion of Part I and the approval of the research proposal by the School of Psychology Postgraduate Committee. Applicants should refer to the Masters and PhD postgraduate information in the prospectus and the application forms available from the School website. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Students applying for the MSc Forensic (Part 1) should have: An undergraduate degree in psychology or the equivalent with at least a B+ grade average in their four best 300 level psychology courses A research methods and statistics course at an advanced level such as PSYC Victoria University of Wellington

13 Psychology ENROLMENT All students with the exception of international students should apply and complete the enrolment process online. International students will need to contact Vic International to begin admission and enrolment into the University. Selection into the programme is based on the documentation available at the time of selection. Places are strictly limited. CONTACTS For more information about the programme, please refer to the Postgraduate Prospectus or alternatively contact the Coordinator MSc Forensic programme Prof Devon Polaschek, or Wendy Ward the Programme Administrator. 12

14 CLINICAL PROGRAMME The clinical programme is a three year full time course of study. The programme involves completing the PGDipClinPsyc and a Master s research thesis on an approved topic (Note: it is also possible to enroll for a PhD which will extend the programme of study by at least 2 years). At the end of the training programme students will graduate with a PGDipClinPsyc (and hold a Masters or PhD degree), and are able to register as psychologists within New Zealand, and work as clinical psychologists in health, corrections and a wide range of community settings. PREREQUISITE COURSES FOR THE CLINICAL PROGRAMME Undergraduate students who have an interest in the clinical programme must complete specific pre-requisite courses if they are to be considered for selection into the program. Students who have completed their undergraduate courses in psychology at another University will need to have completed the equivalent courses. The Clinical Director will decide the issue of equivalency on a case-by- case basis. All undergraduate students applying for provisional entry shall have passed as many of the following courses as possible, or the equivalent from their university: PSYC 221 Social Psychology PSYC 231 Cognitive Psychology PSYC 233 Brain and Behaviour PSYC 235 Abnormal Psychology PSYC 327 Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience PSYC 332 Behaviour Analysis PSYC 325 Advanced Research Methods (compulsory course for postgraduate study) And one of: PSYC 338 Cross-Cultural Psychology PSYC 324 Child Development STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAMME Students applying from an undergraduate degree will normally complete the following courses over a three year period. In addition students will be required to complete a thesis prior to entering the final year of study. Students that have completed graduate or postgraduate courses will be required to complete specific clinical courses before advancing into the next year of study. A copy of the regulations governing the PGDipClinPsyc is available at Year 1 of the Clinical Programme: Students need to complete: PSYC 412 Criminal Conduct 1: Criminal Justice and Crime PSYC 442 Criminal Conduct 2: Areas of Application PSYC 451 Clinical Adult Assessment and Intervention PSYC 452 Clinical Child and Family Psychology PSYC 489 Research Project NOTE: If you have already completed an honours degree or a degree which includes a thesis component, you will not be required to complete PSYC Victoria University of Wellington

15 Psychology PSYC 451 has a two hour laboratory each week of trimester 1 and 2 on psychometrics and PSYC 452 has a two hour laboratory each week on practical clinical skills such as interviewing. PSYCHOMETRIC ASSESSMENT LABORATORY This two-hour weekly laboratory provides an overview of psychometric assessment instruments and procedures for fourth-year students. The fundamental statistical properties of psychometric tests are reviewed, followed by an introduction to the primary clinical assessment measures for a variety of areas of functioning. Students will begin to gain an understanding of standardised measures for cognitive functioning and intelligence, personality, psychopathology, psychiatric symptoms, and risk assessment. The emphasis is on providing a broad familiarity with common psychometric measures rather than in-depth interpretation of assessment results. PRACTICAL SKILLS LABORATORY This two-hour weekly laboratory will cover basic micro-counselling and interviewing skills. In addition, theoretical and practical ethics, assessment for suicide and cultural competency will be covered. Year 2 of the Clinical Programme: Students need to: Complete PSYC 561 (includes Practicum and one day coursework and skills development) Be enrolled in or have completed a Master s or PhD thesis Complete the thesis component prior to entering the final year of the programme (Note: PhD students normally take 2 years leave from the program to complete their theses). Year 3 of the Clinical Programme: Students need to complete PSYC 562 Advanced Practicum (four days per week) and complete two of the following three courses: PSYC 571 Advanced Neuropsychology Theory and Practice PSYC 572 Adult and Child Clinical Psychology: Advanced Intervention Skills PSYC 573 Clinical Criminal Justice Psychology Courses offered during the Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology programme may be changed at the discretion of programme staff. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Students who wish to apply for provisional admission into the Postgraduate Diploma of Clinical Psychology (PGDipClinPsyc) must have: Completed an undergraduate degree majoring in Psychology, with an A- grade average in their best four 300-level psychology courses Completed at least 60 points of 300-level psychology courses, including PSYC 325. Students who hold higher degrees in Psychology (such as a BA(Hons), BSc(Hons)) must have a B+ grade average (and from 2013 an A- grade average) in their most recent year of study or have completed a Masters with the equivalent of first class honours or have obtained a PhD in psychology. The closing date for applications is 8 October. Only students who have been selected into the clinical programme are able to enrol in the clinical specific courses. 14

16 APPLYING FOR ENTRY Applications are available from the Clinical Administrator and the School website Applications should include the following documentation: Three copies of the completed PGDipClinPsyc application form Three copies of an academic transcript (one original and two sighted copies) Three copies of a curriculum vitae. All documentation needs to be marked in a confidential envelope and sent to the Clinical Administrator by the 8 October: CONFIDENTIAL C/o Clinical Psychology Programme Administrator School of Psychology University of Victoria University of Wellington Level 5, Easterfield Building PO Box 600, Wellington CONTACTS For more information about the clinical psychology programme contact the Clinical Director Prof Tony Ward or the Clinical Administrator Sinéad Eyre. 15 Victoria University of Wellington

17 Psychology POSTGRADUATE STUDY To be admitted into a postgraduate degree programme you usually need to have a very good record of academic achievement at undergraduate and graduate level. Students who are considering making an application for admission are encouraged to contact possible academic supervisors beforehand. They should also refer to general regulations governing the degree and other relevant information stored on the Faculty of Graduate Research website and the School website The School of Psychology offers admission to selected applicants whose preparation, experience, and interests fit well with the interests and resources in the School. Admission into a postgraduate programme is not a right or an entitlement. Application is open to all international and domestic students including permanent residents that meet the requirements. The School Postgraduate Committee meets three times per year to evaluate Masters and PhD applications: 1 November to enrol by 1 February 1 March to enrol by 1 May 1 July to enrol by 1 September If your application is successful, you will be offered provisional admission to work closely with a specific academic staff member in the School who will supervise your research and professional development. MSc ENTRY REQUIREMENTS MASTERS PART 2 BY THESIS Students applying for entry into Masters Part 2 (thesis) should have: Demonstrated academic merit as an undergraduate Completed an Honours degree or the requirements for Part 1 of a Masters A research methods and statistics course at an advanced level such as PSYC 325 Demonstrated research experience and skill as shown in PSYC 489 or equivalent. MASTERS APPLICATION Applications for admission to undertake a Masters thesis will be submitted directly to the School of Psychology. Masters applications should include the following: Application for Masters by Thesis or with Thesis Component Postgraduate Enrolment Form School of Psychology Preliminary Masters Application Form Masters application forms are available from the School website. Note that there are deadlines for applying for admission and associated fixed enrolment periods: 1 November to enrol by 1 February 1 March to enrol by 1 May 1 July to enrol by 1 September 16

18 Submit your completed applications to the Postgraduate Administrator. Applications will be reviewed by the School s Postgraduate Committee and applicants will be contacted with the outcome as soon as possible. MSc (THESIS) CONTACTS For more information about the Masters programme (Masters Part 2 thesis) please contact Matt Crawford or alternatively Nicola Panapa the Postgraduate Administrator. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Successful applications will be viewed as provisionally enrolled. The provisional period for MSc students is 30 days from the date of first enrolment. During this time, Masters students must submit for approval a three page research outline consisting of a 1 page overview, 1 page on the research method and 1 page detailing the timeline and making it clear how the research will be completed and the thesis submitted for examination within 12 months (in other words, 2-3 trimesters) for fulltime students, and 18 months if part-time. Regulations governing the Masters require the completion of progress reports by the student in consultation with the academic supervisor. Reports must be submitted at three and eight months into enrolment. HELPFUL LINKS PhD ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PhD Students applying for entry into PhD should have: Demonstrated academic merit at undergraduate An Honours degree or completed the requirements for Part 1 of a Masters or been awarded with a Masters in psychology A research methods and statistics course at an advanced level such as PSYC 325 Demonstrated research experience and skill as shown in PSYC 489 or equivalent. PhD APPLICATION There is a centralised admissions process for all PhD admissions through the Faculty of Graduate Research: Applicants are encouraged to make contact with potential supervisors before they submit their application. The deadlines for applying for admission and associated fixed enrolment periods are as follows: 1 November to enrol by 1 February 1 March to enrol by 1 May 1 July to enrol by 1 September 17 Victoria University of Wellington

19 PhD CONTACTS Psychology For more information about the PhD programme first refer to the Faculty of Graduate Research website ( and then Nicola Panapa, the School s Postgraduate Administrator for any other enquiries. The School s Postgraduate Coordinator is Dr Jason Low. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The provisional enrolment period for PhD students is 6 12 months, during which time PhD students undergo orientation and other training, submit and defend their research proposal. Before making an application, applicants should refer to the application process and forms on the Faculty of Graduate Research website. Regulations governing the PhD require the completion of progress reports by the student in consultation with the academic supervisors. Progress reports are submitted twice a year in May and November. The reports are requirement for all students. HELPFUL LINKS

20 MASTER OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISE The Master of Advanced Technology Enterprise (MATE) is an interdisciplinary one year research programme, the first of its kind in New Zealand. The programme explores the relationship between scientific research and commercial product development by establishing teams developing high-value enterprises from research projects with real commercial potential. Through its unique practical approach, the programme explores the many challenges of creating successful technology enterprises, such as coping with an extended development time-frame and technology risks, balancing the often conflicting relationship between research and commercial product development, and applying best practice business activities focussed around advanced technology. The MATE programme is open to graduates of science, engineering, design, commerce and law, and graduates from other disciplines with appropriate backgrounds. MATE creates an entrepreneurial team environment to allow students to gain knowledge, skills and experience in taking an advanced technology to market. Within the enterprise, each student assumes individual responsibilities that, when combined, form a dynamic team capable of developing a viable product concept. Students from any discipline are invited to apply to the MATE programme. In each case the individual will inject specific discipline expertise into the team. Their role will draw on expertise gained from previous study and work experiences, and will be shaped by the needs of the particular project and enterprise. MATE FOR SCIENTISTS Scientists are the link between scientific research and the advanced technology enterprise. Goals of research and commerce are quite different, so the scientist must manage the relationship with the research team and ensure that research and commercial development activities are mutually compatible. The scientist understands the scientific method and, while they may not possess expertise in the particular research science, they become the technology expert within the enterprise. Supervision, mentoring and governance for the teams and individuals within the MATE programme is provided by staff from throughout Victoria University of Wellington, and by external commercial partners. Students learn from experienced technology entrepreneurs, academics and business experts, and build their own professional support network. At the end of the year, teams present their enterprise to an audience of VUW staff, external programme supporters and potential investors. They aim to prove value added and development of the research towards a viable product to secure further investment for the enterprise. Individual research builds on the student s prior knowledge. Research investigates the role of a discipline expert within a multi-disciplinary team, the team function, and entrepreneurship 19 Victoria University of Wellington

21 within an advanced technology enterprise. Students create a Master s research thesis focussed on their role, and aligned with the team outcomes. Psychology Graduates leave having developed their discipline-specific skills within an advanced technology enterprise, added a deep understanding of advanced technology business practice, and developed into confident professionals capable of leading the next wave of new technology businesses. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 1. A four-year degree, honours degree or relevant postgraduate diploma with a B+ average at 400-level from a university in New Zealand or, at the discretion of the Associate Dean (Students) of the Faculty of Science, another university 2. Approved by the Programme Director and the MAdvTecEnt Board of Studies as capable of proceeding with the proposed programme of study. 3. Requirement 1 may be waived by the Associate Dean (Students) of the Faculty of Science, for a candidate who has had extensive practical, professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1. The course of study for the MAdvTecEnt shall consist of courses worth at least 135 points, comprising: Part 1: ATEN a 15-point course run intensively over 4 weeks Part 2: ATEN a 120-point thesis & development of business plan 2. Entry to Part 2 requires the successful completion of Part 1 with at least a B+ grade and acceptance by the Programme Director and Board of Studies. 3. Candidates must: enrol full-time for Part 1 and Part 2; and complete Part 1 and enrol in Part 2 in consecutive trimesters. ENROLMENT 1. Apply online at 2. Programme start date is 21 January 2014 Application / Enquiry Contact Details Paul Smith: paul.smith@vuw.ac.nz Shona de Sain: shona.desain@vuw.ac.nz Programme director Associate Dean (Students) 20

22 COURSES OFFERED IN 2014 COURSES OFFERED IN TRIMESTER 1 PSYC 402 Social Cognition PSYC 406 Gender, Media and Identity PSYC 409 Fundamentals of Behaviour Analysis PSYC 412 Basic Concepts in Criminal Justice and Crime PSYC 415 Early Cognitive Development PSYC 417 Cognitive Neuropsychology 1: PSYC 422 Drugs, Brain and Behaviour PSYC 426 Social Psychology and Well-being PSYC 432 Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology PSYC 433 Current Issues in Cross-Cultural Psychology PSYC 434 Conducting Research Across Cultures PSYC 435 Traumatic Memories and Repression PSYC 437 Memory Errors PSYC 448 Special Topic: Affective Neuroscience COURSES OFFERED IN TRIMESTER 2 PSYC 401 Theory and History of Psychology PSYC 404 Abnormal Psychology PSYC 423 Culture and Social Behaviour PSYC 424 Drug Addiction PSYC 429 Psychology of Superstition PSYC 431 Culture and Human Development PSYC 442 Areas of Application PSYC 444 Nature Nurture Neuroscience PSYC 445 Cognitive Neuroscience of Attention and Perception PSYC 447 Special Topic: The Science of Intimate Relationships PSYC 449 Special Topic: Ethical Issues in Psychological Research and Practice FULL YEAR COURSES PSYC 489 Research Project for Honours CBNS 580 Research Preparation for MSc CBNS CPSY 580 Research Preparation for MSc CPSY FPSY 580 Research Preparation for MSc FPSY CLINICAL PROGRAMME PSYC 451 Clinical Adult Assessment and Intervention PSYC 452 Clinical Child and Family Psychology PSYC 561 Practicum PSYC 562 Advanced Practicum PSYC 571 Advanced Neuropsychology Theory PSYC 572 Adult and Child Clinical Psychology: COORDINATOR Matt Crawford Sue Jackson Maree Hunt Anne Macaskill Devon Polaschek Jason Low Carolyn Wilshire Dave Harper John McClure Taciano Milfont Colleen Ward Ron Fischer Maryanne Garry Todd Jones Gina Grimshaw COORDINATOR Matt Crawford & Steve Prime John McDowall Jim Liu Sue Schenk Marc Wilson Paul Jose TBC Bart Ellenbroek Steve Prime Garth Fletcher Tony Ward Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor Tony Ward Karen Salmon Deirdre Brown Tony Ward Karen Salmon Tony Ward 21 Victoria University of Wellington

23 Psychology COURSES NOT OFFERED IN 2014 PSYC 405 Environmental Psychology PSYC 411 Advanced Topics in Behaviour Analysis PSYC 413 Advanced Cognitive Psychology PSYC 418 Advanced Discursive Social Psychology PSYC 421 False Memories PSYC 425 Personality and Motivation PSYC 427 Discursive Social Psychology PSYC 428 Feminist Psychology PSYC 430 Political Psychology PSYC 436 Autobiographical Memory PSYC 438 Theories of Violent Offending PSYC 439 Sexual Offending: Theories and Research PSYC 441 Family Psychology PSYC 573 Clinical Criminal Justice Psychology 22

24 PLANNING A PROGRAMME Select your programme from the following 400- and 500-level courses. COURSE INFORMATION INDEX Course code Course reference number Title Points Trimester PSYC 489 CRN RESEARCH PROJECT 30 PTS 1+2/3 400/500-LEVEL COURSES PSYC 401 CRN 1443 THEORY AND HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY Coordinators: Dr Matt Crawford, Dr Steve Prime Limitation: Timetable: 15 PTS 2/3 15 per class Trimester 2. Check the School website closer to the beginning of trimester and or the level 4 notice board in the Easterfield building Location: Easterfield Building, EA 407 Text: Thorne, B.M., & Henley, H. (2004). Connections in the History and Systems of Psychology (3rd Edition). Wadsworth Publishers (ISBN: ) Additional readings will be provided via Blackboard. The purpose of this course is to explore the historical roots of the questions psychologists have chosen to investigate, the evolution of the methods of psychological research, and provide a framework that explains the relationships between the various sub disciplines of psychology. Are there basic themes that characterise all of psychology? By examining the history and basic concepts that have shaped psychology it will become possible to see the relationships between seemingly disparate research areas and gain an understanding of the philosophical and scientific significance of many of the questions that we examine as a field. 23 Victoria University of Wellington

25 Psychology PSYC 402 CRN 1444 SOCIAL COGNITION 15 PTS 1/3 Coordinator: Dr Matt Crawford Limitations: 15 per class Timetable: Trimester 1. Check the School website closer to the beginning of trimester and or the level 4 notice board in the Easterfield building Location: Easterfield Building, EA 407 Text: All readings will be provided via Blackboard The aim of this unit is to provide an introduction to contemporary research and theorising in experimental social psychology. The approach that this class will take is contemporary, focused on theoretically driven research, and generative. That is, we will be focusing on recent ideas about the causes of social thought, social emotions, and social behaviour, and will be constantly thinking about how to test those ideas in research. This unit will provide opportunities for students to develop their theoretical and practical skills. Students will learn how to evaluate empirical evidence, to question the applicability of existing theoretical models of social cognition, to identify areas where additional research is required, and to integrate ideas from various areas of psychology PSYC 404 CRN ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 15 PTS 2/3 Prerequisite: PSYC 235 is recommended Assessment: Internal Coordinator: Dr John McDowall Limitations: 15 per class Timetable: Trimester 2. Check the School website closer to the beginning of trimester and or the level 4 notice board in the Easterfield building Location: Easterfield Building, EA 407 Text: Reading list to be provided The overall aim of this course is to introduce students to a range of current issues in the scientific study of selected psychological disorders experienced by adults. Emphasis is placed on the ability to approach these issues from a critical perspective and to evaluate the research evidence in support of particular explanatory and therapeutic models. 24

26 PSYC 406 CRN GENDER, MEDIA AND IDENTITY 15 PTS 1/3 Prerequisite: PSYC 326 or equivalent course from relevant discipline Assessment: Internal Coordinator: Dr Sue Jackson Limitations: 15 per class Timetable: Trimester 1. Check the School website closer to the beginning of trimester and or the level 4 notice board in the Easterfield building Location: Easterfield Building, EA 407 Text: Recommended text: Gill, R. (2007) Gender and Media This course is designed as a development of theoretical frameworks and content introduced in the Gender and Poststructuralist Discourse component of PSYC 326, Discourse and Social Psychology. The course will examine identity (subjectivity) from a poststructuralist perspective and explore the ways in which media representations construct and make available particular gendered identities that people may incorporate (or actively resist) in their own identity work and social practices. The course will cover different forms of media (e.g. television, music videos, news media, magazines, fiction) and students will be able to pursue particular areas of interest within course assessments. PSYC 409 CRN 1456 FUNDAMENTALS OF BEHAVIOUR ANALYSIS Prerequisite: PSYC 332 is highly recommended Assessment: Internal and external Coordinator: Dr Maree Hunt, Dr Anne Macaskill Limitations: Timetable: 15 PTS 1/3 15 per class Trimester 1. Check the School website closer to the beginning of trimester and or the level 6 notice board in the Easterfield building Location: Easterfield Building, EA 407 Text: TBC This course examines learning in the context of the relation between behaviour and the environment. Topics covered include: a review of the relationships between stimuli, behaviour and reinforcement; a behavioural view of private events such as memory, thinking and self-control; choice; applications of behavioural research to such diverse areas as animal welfare, health and addiction. Recommended background for this course: PSYC Victoria University of Wellington

27 PSYC 412 CRN 1463 THE PSYCHOLOGY OF CRIMINAL CONDUCT 1: JUSTICE AND CRIME Prerequisite: PSYC 335 is recommended Assessment: Internal and external Coordinator: Prof Devon Polaschek Limitations: 15 per class Timetable: Psychology 15 PTS 1/3 Trimester 1. Check the School website closer to the beginning of trimester and or the level 4 notice board in the Easterfield building Location: Easterfield Building, EA 407 Text: A reading list will be provided This course covers basic concepts in criminological psychology, including theory and research on the causes of criminal behaviour, its development and correlates. We also will examine recent theory and research on models of offender rehabilitation. Appropriate background for this course is PSYC 335. PSYC 415 CRN 1468 EARLY COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT 15 PTS 1/3 Prerequisite: PSYC 324 recommended Assessment: Internal Coordinator: Dr Jason Low Limitations: 15 per class Timetable: Trimester 1. Check the School website closer to the beginning of trimester and or the level 4 notice board in the Easterfield building Location: Easterfield Building EA 407 Assessment: Internal Text: Reading list to be provided (all based on journal articles) This course focuses on understanding the development of a foundational skill in early cognition the ability to contemplate mental life (theory of mind). It explores diverse cognitive theories and methods surrounding the origins and nature of theory of mind development in young human children (infancy to 6-years of age), concentrating on falsebelief reasoning. False-belief reasoning is an important cognitive watershed in theory of mind development because it indicates that children are treating beliefs as being representational in nature. In examining how false-belief reasoning develops, the course will closely examine the facilitative roles of executive functioning and language ability. A section of the course will also focus on examining theory of mind development in evolutionary terms (e.g., whether primates and birds reason about mental states in ecologically relevant contexts or whether particular components of theory of mind are uniquely human). Students pursuing this course should have a strong interest in cognition in relation to whether and how infants, preschool children and animals engage in higher-order perspectival reasoning. 26